Xavier “X” Atencio started his career at Walt Disney Productions as an assistant animator and went on to be one of the first Imagineers, writing the scripts for Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion. Join us for a discussion of the new Disney Editions book, Xavier "X" Atencio: The Legacy...
During the run of the special exhibition, we will have regular screenings of a new featurette, Happiest Place on Earth: Walt’s Disneyland (2025), produced by guest curator and Disney Legend Don Hahn. This exclusive documentary traces the creation and early years of Disneyland through Walt Disney’s...
70 years after Walt Disney opened his dream park, we take a look at some attractions that have stood the test of time and others that still live in our memories.
Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...
Calling all rescuers big and small! Take a journey with us to the vast Outback of Australia to celebrate the 35th anniversary of The Rescuers Down Under (1990). Our crew will provide a look into the film’s development, use of reference, and break down the key ingredients of translating real birds to...
Walt Disney’s Fantasia (1940) was an ambitious project that combined classical music with colorful animations. For its monumental 85th anniversary, this workshop will go over the history of this feature film, its lasting impact, and how inanimate everyday objects have been given life and personality...
The Walt Disney Family Museum’s Advisory Committee is made up of extraordinary individuals, each with a substantial list of remarkable personal and professional achievements. Their combined insight, experience, and vision provide important strategic guidance for the museum in carrying out its mission and expanding its outreach and impact. Constituted in April 2015 to complement the museum’s Board of Directors, the Advisory Committee comprises the following distinguished members:
Join us in celebrating Disneyland’s 70th anniversary by welcoming Disney Legend Don Hahn, who, with co-author Christopher Merritt, wrote The Happiest Place on Earth (2025, published by Disney Editions), and who co-curated our latest special exhibition of the same name. Hahn will share tidbits of...
Calling all rescuers big and small! Take a journey with us to the vast Outback of Australia to celebrate the 35th anniversary of The Rescuers Down Under (1990). Our crew will provide a look into the film’s development, use of reference, and break down the key ingredients of translating real birds to...
In this fun and hands-on session, learn how to make your drawings truly come to life and put your creativity in the spotlight! Join us in our Art Studio where you can enjoy evening cocktails and follow along as our Education staff guides you through drawing and painting to a curated playlist.
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In 1893 my father purchased thirty acres. At that time the street had no name. The last name the street acquired when Mr. Disney bought it was Cerritas ave. My parents disposed of twenty acres and kept 10 acres. This was our home and this home place where I was born. My father passed away in 1912. Mother and I kept the place and in 1920 I married and persuaded my husband Paul Dominguez to commute to his ranch.
On our home place we raised out two sons. Paul Jr. and Ronald Knowlton Dominguez. We had no thought of ever selling the property where I was born. This property had been in the family sixty years. But when Mr. Disney came with his offer
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We decided to accept the offer, I shall end this by saying we never could imagine any thing as wonderful, then what Mr. Disney has brought to our community. We are very happy and proud to have had a part in this wonderful and clean attraction, children and adults as well enjoy it.
Laura Knowlton Dominguez
Join us as we continue our celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Jim Henson Company with a deep dive into the life and legacy of Muppet performer Richard Hunt, who brought many iconic Henson favorites—including Scooter, Statler, Janice, Beaker, and Sweetums—to life. We will be joined virtually...
Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...
To show our appreciation, members will receive an additional 10% discount on in-store or online merchandise purchases made Saturday, December 6 and Sunday, December 7—see below for details. Shop exclusive merchandise from our Museum Store before attending 70 Years of Lady and the Tramp (1955) with...
Please note: The Walt Disney Family Museum will be closing at 4pm for a private event. Last entry to main galleries at 2:45pm.
Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...